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Before TikTok dance challenges took over, there was the Macarena. This simple four-step dance routine required minimal effort and could be enjoyed by anyone. However, if you pause for a moment to listen to the lyrics of the English vocal track we all know and love, you’ll realize that it tells the scandalous tale of a woman who cheats on her boyfriend with two of his friends. Just like music, some cocktails have hidden depths too. The addition of olive brine, typically used in dirty martinis, brings a savory touch to this mocktail, transforming it from fruity and sweet to perfectly balanced. Plus, there’s a neat science aspect to it—the salt in the brine lowers the freezing point of the juices, resulting in an invigoratingly cold drink. It’s the ideal choice for chilling out after an energetic dance session.
Ay Mockarena
Serves 1
120ml mango nectar, available at large supermarkets and Asian food stores
90ml fresh orange juice
25ml fresh lime juice
15ml olive brine
1-2 mint sprigs for garnish
Combine all the liquid ingredients in a shaker, add ice, and shake vigorously for 15 seconds. Strain the mixture into a tall glass filled with fresh ice, garnish with mint sprigs, and serve with a straw.
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This is an edited extract from Saved By the Bellini & Other 90s-Inspired Cocktails by John deBary, published by Union Square & Co for £12.99. To purchase a copy for £11.43, visit guardianbookshop.com.
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